Long Flights Tips

Long airline flights can test just about anyone’s nerves; even a seasoned traveler. That is why it is so important to be prepared for those long-haul trips. Here are a few long flights tips to consider when planning any trip that will keep you in the air longer than 3-4 hours:

• Wear layers. Temperatures can fluctuate throughout a plane ride, so be sure to avoid discomfort by wearing several layers of clothing to accommodate any temperature.
• Book a good seat. Pick an aisle or emergency exit seat if you want more legroom and a window seat if you want to sleep during your trip.
• Bring along plenty of things to keep you occupied including a good book; plenty of magazines; your own iPod or even a portable DVD player.
• Bring your own earphones. The ones supplied by the airlines usually offer poor sound quality. Besides, if you bring your own you can use ones that buffer outside cabin noises as well.
• Bring along your own travel pillow.
• Do not wear a watch. Nothing makes a long flight seem longer than watching a clock.
• Protect yourself against dry cabin air. Drink plenty of water throughout the flight and while you’re at it, use chap stick, eye drops and nose sprays to keep your entire body hydrated properly.
• If you are of a shorter stature, be sure to bring some sort of foot elevator to keep your back and shoulders from getting stiff or sore during the flight.
• Pack a bag of lollipops in your carry on to give to cranky children on the plane. It is a simple fix for an otherwise annoying problem. Just be sure to check with their parents first.

Travelling for hours and hours in a cramped stuffy plane can be a real hassle, but it doesn’t have to be if you follow these simple long flights tips.